Inquiry needed into NHS board ‘bullies’

The Scottish Conservatives have called for an independent inquiry to investigate allegations of a “bullying culture” at a health board.

Senior clinicians at NHS Highland have raised concerns over a “long-standing bullying culture”, which they allege is damaging patient care. The board’s medical director Dr Rod Harvey said he “did not recognise” the claims.

The four NHS Highland doctors went public with their fears, accusing bosses of suppressing criticism and creating a “culture of fear”.